Himat Patel, Registered Representative with Nylife Securities LLC

06/11/2026

June is Annuity Awareness Month — and a great time to revisit the power of compounding.

Think it's too late for compounding to make a difference? Think again.

Compounding means your money earns returns not just on your original investment, but also on the growth you've already accumulated. Even if you're in your 50s or 60s, time can still work in your favor.

Many people at this stage can contribute more consistently than earlier in their careers. A shorter time horizon can still support meaningful progress when contributions stay steady and earnings are reinvested.

Compounding helps build wealth over time. Certain annuities may help support asset preservation and retirement income goals. Let's talk about how these fit into your retirement strategy.

*Investments are subject to market risk including possible loss of principal.

06/08/2026

For a long time, the goal of retirement planning felt pretty straightforward: Save diligently, spend carefully and leave something meaningful behind for your kids. How is that changing today?

For many retirees, the focus is shifting from what they will leave behind to how they want to live now.

06/08/2026

Retirement is sometimes reduced to the question: “Do I have enough?” And while this is indeed important, it’s only a part of the story.

Review cash flow, withdrawals, debt and taxes before you retire. This guide shows how to strengthen your plan and avoid gaps that can strain your savings.

06/04/2026

Here’s an overview of what your first meeting with a Financial Advisor might look like, six questions to ask – and four red flags.

Expect​ a good advisor to spend most of the first meeting asking about your goals, risk tolerance, family, investments, charitable giving and ground rules.

06/04/2026

The article highlights how different withdrawal strategies may affect taxes during retirement.

Test your retirement tax knowledge with our short quiz.

06/01/2026

The master of comedy may have had a cynical view of life, but his philosophy can provide a blueprint for how retirees should live out their golden years.

05/28/2026

How would you cover a $1,000 bill for urgent costs? Use a credit card? Get a family loan? Far better to have an emergency fund. Here's how to set it up quickly.

05/28/2026

A recent national survey focused on how American college students are feeling about their money situation at a moment when simply a trip to the gas pump or grocery store can trigger cash anxiety.

National survey tracks with recent Utah poll regarding college-age students’ attitudes toward college, tuition.

05/25/2026

Home is where your favorite stories unfold — where laughter echoes and love grows stronger each day.
Protecting what matters most starts with understanding what makes your house a home.
Let’s make sure your family’s story keeps moving forward, no matter what life brings.
Reach out today to start the conversation.

05/25/2026

Did you know that with just one solution, you can access premiums that never increase, cash value growth, and lifelong coverage options for both you and your loved ones? Reach out to me to learn more about permanent whole life insurance options from New York Life today.